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110 miles from the battle of the crater to Appomattox. A long weeks march in April 1865, under Union pressure and short on all supplies. 110 years later, April 1975, 35 soldiers from Ft Lee retraced that route, on foot, stopping to camp at the...More

My wife and I were one of first of the Civil War buffs who traveled the roads of Lee's Retreat when the 26-stop trip between Petersburg and Appomattox was introduced a few years ago. What a wonderful and novel idea. Contrary to some critical reviews,...More

This is so poorly marked it should be a car club road rally. It is in Boonies Country and all you have is little bitty signs that may or may not be properly located. It goes through interesting (read rural) countryside tho, and it is...More

As a history buff, I was really excited about following Lee's Retreat. What a novel idea to provide driving directions to locations where battles and skirmishes took place and then have radio broadcasts at those locations describing the events leading up to the battle. To...More

Enjoyed the drive and seeing the distance covered by these amazing men in the Confederate army. Drive gets a little long before you reach Appomattox, but good scenery and interesting history. Some of the radio broadcasts at the individual sites were not working. Fortunately, I...More

Great drive into history. Felt Petersburg did not value its place in history and failed to commemorate 150th anniversary of Siege of Petersburg. Was this racially motivated?. The other sites on the way to Appomattox seemed more aware of the significance. Looking forward to returning...More

Lees retreat covers the roadways, scenic stops and attractions from Petersburg and Richmond heading West to a dozen or more key stops. Its well marked and several locations have exhibits and other sights to visit. The parks associated with the retreat are a testament to...More